Senior Test Automation Architect (m/f/d)

Appsfactory is Germany's leading digital agency in Germany. Do you want to actively contribute to one of our next successful projects? Then this position is the right one for you!

To build our team in Chișinău, we are looking for a Senior Test Automation Architect (m/f/d).
You will be part of an international team with 45 different nationalities, which creates a diverse and enriching work environment. Through our large developer community, you can expect a steep learning curve, where you can always benefit from the experiences and knowledge of others and bring your own expertise.

We value continuous further education and offer numerous opportunities to further develop your skills and knowledge. Regular feedback discussions help you improve your performance and achieve your career goals.
Find our people page here!Are you a Senior Test Automation Architect? Do you have a proven track record in architecting test automation solutions for complex, large-scale projects? Are you proficient in Kubernetes, data technologies, API testing, and Python/pytest? Do you have a strategic mindset and hands-on experience defining test methodologies, building automation frameworks, and aligning QA strategies with DevOps practice? Then this is your job!

• Collaborate closely with platform architects, Product Line architects, and product owners to ensure alignment on quality standards and requirements
• Conduct in-depth analysis of requirements and dependencies for Kubernetes as a service, data services (K8s operators tailored for data technologies), DevOps tools, IAM services, and observability capabilities
• Lead the development and maintenance of the test automation framework, ensuring scalability, robustness, and efficiency
• Partner with Product Line QA teams to implement optimal test automation strategies across the testing pyramid

• Extensive commercial experience in test automation for large-scale projects
• Profound knowledge of the software development lifecycle, with expertise in agile and scrum methodologies
• Good knowledge of Python
• Strong familiarity with some hands-on experience with:
  • DevOps principles
  • GitOps and basics of infrastructure automation,
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • IaC languages like: HCL, YAML
  • Scripting languages: bash / zsh
  • Containerization: kubernetes / docker
• Demonstrated success in building test automation frameworks from scratch, defining test approaches, and selecting optimal test methods
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective cross-functional partnerships
• English language skills in writing and speaking at least at B2 level

• Flexible working hours thanks to core working hours from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM (EEST)
• Hybrid working model with 2 team days per week in our office
• Central office in Chișinău
• Comprehensive onboarding program with insights into all departments
• High-performing work environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Multicultural teams that value mutual respect
• Transparent communication through regular all-hands meetings, 1on1s, and annual feedback sessions
• Professional English courses
• Comprehensive private health insurance with extensive benefits

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/beliefs, disability, age, and sexual orientation and identity.

Please send us the following documents:

• Current CV
• Motivation letter
• Certificates
• Indication of the possible start date
• Salary expectation